Things to Do in Chicago Oct. 17-23: The Mix

"Some Like It Hot," based on the classic movie and set during Prohibition, is the story of two musicians forced to flee Chicago after witnessing a mob hit. The New York Times says the show is a "super-sized, all-out song-and-dance spectacular." From Oct. 22-Nov. 3 at Cadillac Palace Theatre, 151 W. Randolph. Tickets: $30-$125. Visit broadwayinchicago.com .

Britain's acclaimed Royal Shakespeare Company returns to Chicago for the first time in 30 years with its new production of the Bard's rarely staged "Pericles." When Pericles solves a riddle, the answer could cost him his life, and he sets sail on an epic voyage toward redemption and forgiveness. From Oct. 20-Dec. 7 at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, 800 E. Grand. Tickets: $58-$120. Visit chicagoshakes.com.

Remy Bumppo Theatre presents "Dear Elizabeth," Sarah Ruhl's play that peeks into the private lives of two literary giants — Elizabeth Bishop and Robert Lowell — and reveals their vulnerabilities, insecurities and the intimacy of their bond. Leah Karpel and Christopher Sheard star; Christina Casano directs. From Oct. 17-Nov. 17 at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont. Tickets: $15-$55. Visit remybumppo.org .

Spencer Huffman's "Evil Perfect" is a drama that attempts to reveal how good people with honorable intentions become evil. Danny Breslin and Ashley Neal star; Jonathan Shaboo directs. From Oct. 17-Nov. 10 at Bramble Theatre, 5545 N. Clark. Tickets: $5-$40. Visit brambletheatre.org .

Jacqueline Goldfiner's "Bottle Fly" is a depiction of queer survival in South Florida, where the dynamics of race, poverty and bigotry are baked into life. Eileen Dixon directs. From Oct. 17-Nov. 24 at Redtwist Theatre, 1044 W. Bryn Mawr. Tickets: $35. Visit redtwisttheatre.org .

August Wilson's "Seven Guitars" follows six friends mourning the death of a rising blues star cut down in his prime. Manny Buckley directs. From Oct. 18-Dec. 1 at City Lit Theatre, 1020 W. Bryn Mawr. Tickets: $30. Visit citylit.org .

Saint Sebastian Players present "Bell, Book and Candle," a romantic comedy about a witch who casts a spell on an unattached publisher who then falls in love with her. Complications ensue. From Oct. 18-Nov. 10 at St. Bonaventure, 1625 W. Diversey. Tickets: $35. Visit saintsebastianplayers.org .

BrightSide Theatre presents Steven Dietz's adaptation of Bram Stoker's classic "Dracula." Jay Fontanetta directs. From Oct. 18-Nov. 3 at Meiley-Swallow Hall, North Central College, 31 S. Ellsworth, Naperville. Tickets: $32-$37. Visit brightsidetheatre.com .

Michael Jones' "Inheritance or Brothers from the Deep" follows two brothers on a fishing trip where something sinister lurks beneath the surface. Jamaque Newberry directs. From Oct. 18-Nov. 23 at The Factory Theater, 1623 W. Howard. Tickets: $30. Visit thefactorytheater.com .

Kokandy Productions and the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra present "Sweeney Todd in Concert," a performance of the Jeff Award-winning staging of Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler's classic musical. At 7:30 p.m. Oct. 19 at the Center for Performing Arts, Governors State University, 1 University Parkway. Tickets: $45-$90. Visit kokandyproductions.com .

The Joffrey Ballet opens its 69th season with the North American premiere of "Atonement," Cathy Marston's interpretation of Ian McEwan's 2001 novel-turned-Academy-Award-winning film about a woman who grapples with the haunting echoes of her past. From Oct. 17-27 at Lyric Opera House, 20 N. Wacker. Tickets: $36+. Visit joffrey.org .

Step Afrika!"The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence," a work filled with the rhythms of percussive dance styles and the imagery of Lawrence's "The Migration Series" paintings that relates the story of African American migration to the north. At 7:30 p.m. Oct. 19 at Auditorium Theatre, 50 E. Ida B. Wells. Tickets: $29+. Visit auditoriumtheatre.org .

Chicago Latino Dance Festival is a celebration of 19 area dance troupes representing a cross-section of styles, regions and influences. At 6:30 p.m. Oct. 17 at Wilbur Wright College, 4300 N. Narragansett; 6 p.m. Oct. 25 at Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center, 4048 W. Armitage, and 7 p.m. Nov. 1 at Ruth Page Center for the Arts, 1016 N. Dearborn. Admission: $10 suggested donation. Visit latinoculturalcenter.org .

T Bone Burnett is in the midst of his first concert tour in nearly 20 years. He'll perform songs from his critically acclaimed new album, "The Other Side," as well as selections from his more than 50-year career. At 8 p.m. Oct. 19 and 7 p.m. Oct. 20 at Old Town School of Folk Music, 4544 N. Lincoln. Sold out but there is a wait list. Visit oldtownschool.org .

The South Korean powerhouse boy band consists of 13 members, all of whom share songwriting and choreographing duties. This summer they became the first K-pop group to perform on the main stage at Britain's Glastonbury Festival. At 7:30 p.m. Oct. 22-23 at Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim, Rosemont. Tickets: $99+. Visit ticketmaster.com .

Vintage blues, funk and soul are at the core of Black Joe Lewis and the Honeybears. Lewis is influenced by artists from Howlin' Wolf to James Brown. Soul artist Eddie 9V opens 8 p.m. Oct. 18 at Robert's Westside, 7321 Madison, Forest Park. Tickets: $28. Visit robertswestside.com .

The chamber music series Nova Linea Musica begins its inaugural season with the Dover Quartet performing Jesse Montgomery's "Strum," Mason Bates' "From Amber Frozen" and more. At 6:30 p.m. Oct. 23 at Guarneri Hall, 11 E. Adams. Tickets: $40. Visit novalineamusica.org .

is a London-based contemporary jazz collective that Spin magazine calls "an entrancing, groove-rooted concoction informed equally by jazz, Fela Kuti's afrobeat and the larger Black music diaspora." At 8:30 p.m. Oct. 18 at Logan Square Auditorium, 2539 N. Kedzie. Tickets: $25. Visit ticketweb.com .

blends soul, funk, jazz and futuristic electronic elements into an immersive and boundary-pushing sonic experience. He's touring behind his new album, "Adjust Brightness." At 8 p.m. Oct. 17 at Ramova Theater, 3520 S. Halsted. Tickets: $35-$45. Visit ramovachicago.com .

The Duke Street Kings featuringMichael McDermott perform the music of Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty and McDermott at 8 p.m. Oct. 19 at Robert's Westside, 7321 Madison, Forest Park. Tickets: $30, $35. Visit robertswestside.com .

"Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective" features pieces from the Chicago History Museum's collection that highlight the history of fashion, manufacturing and retail in Chicago. Featured are more than 70 artifacts including couture dresses (Dior, Balenciaga), Air Jordan basketball shoes, a Nick Cave-designed suit jacket, a hat by Cat Chow and much more. From Oct. 19-July 27 at Chicago History Museum, 1601 N. Clark. Admission: $19; 18 and under free. Visit chicagohistory.org .

Cameron Crowe's directorial debut "Tom Petty: Heartbreakers Beach Party," a long-unseen-and-thought-lost 1983 cult-classic documentary, captures the band finishing, promoting and touring the "Long and Dark" album. Fully restored and with 20 minutes of additional footage, the film screens Oct. 17, 20 at Landmark Century Centre Cinema, 2828 N. Clark; and Landmark at the Glen, 1850 Tower, Glenview. For tickets, visit tompettyfilm.com .

"The Rocky Horror Picture Show" with a screening, a costume contest, a memorabilia and costume display, the local Shadow Cast acting out the movie on stage as its screened and an appearance by Barry Bostwick, who played Brad in the film. At 7 p.m. Oct. 20 at Cadillac Palace Theatre, 151 W. Randolph. Tickets: $48+. Visit broadwayinchicago.com .

"Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert" screens excerpts from the series as the soundtrack is performed by a live orchestra. At 2 and 7:30 p.m. Oct. 19 at Cadillac Palace Theatre, 151 W. Randolph. Tickets: $45+. Visit broadwayinchicago.com .

Family Fun

Fans of "Bozo's Circus" should head over to Madame ZuZu's Emporium, where owner and Bozo superfan Billy Corgan has concocted a weekend of fun celebrating the classic children's television show. It's three days of activities including performances, discussions, a children's art station, Bozo's Grand Prize Games and appearances by actor David Arquette and Bozo the Clown. From Oct. 18-20 at Madame ZuZu's, 1876 1st St., Highland Park. Tickets: $14, children $8.50. Visit madamezuzus.com .

Luma8 presents the 10th annual Arts in the Dark Halloween parade, a free family-friendly happening featuring floats, puppets, performances and more created by Chicago's creative communities including cultural organizations, youth programs and artists. From 6-9 p.m. Oct. 19 on State Street from Lake to Van Buren. Visit artsinthedark.com .

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